Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Early Childhood Development and Learning

The early childhood development and learning program helps you prepare children for lifelong success. This hands-on major is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children. The development and learning strategies you'll gain will help you adapt to almost any classroom situation.The curriculum uses training guidelines set by the National Association for the Education of Young Children and covers the touchstones of early life. Classes cover topics such as:Learning processes.Infant and child development.Trends and applications.By the time you graduate, you'll have put your learning to work in the field. Our Child Development and Learning Laboratory, for example, gives you the chance to work with 3- and 4-year-olds. You'll help children develop socially, emotionally, and physically at this on-campus, Reggio-inspired center.In addition to your campus studies, you'll complete multiple field placements before graduation. Students have interned at child care centers, preschools, and family child care homes.